62 Leo

62 Leo

62 Leo is a K-type (Orange) star located in the constellation Leo. It carries the designation 62 Leo.

Located approximately 606.2 light-years from Earth, 62 Leo resides within the broader disk of our Milky Way galaxy.

62 Leo is classified as a spectral class K star (K-type (Orange)) on the Harvard spectral classification system.

With an apparent magnitude of +5.95, 62 Leo sits near the limit of naked-eye visibility. It can be glimpsed without optical aid under dark skies, but binoculars will make observation much easier. Observers will note its orange hue, which corresponds to a B-V color index of +1.218.

Propriedades físicas

Classe Espectral Class K — K-type (Orange)
Índice de cor (B−V) 1,218

Observação

Magnitude Aparente +5.95
Magnitude Absoluta -0,40
Distância 606 ly
Constelação Leo

Posição

Ascensão reta 11h 3,61m
Declinação 0° 0,05′

Perguntas frequentes

What type of star is 62 Leo?
62 Leo is a Class K — K-type (Orange) star.
How far is 62 Leo from Earth?
62 Leo is approximately 606.2 light-years from Earth.
Can you see 62 Leo with the naked eye?
With an apparent magnitude of 5.95, 62 Leo is visible to the naked eye.
What constellation is 62 Leo in?
62 Leo is located in the constellation Leo.